National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
Description:
The Terrebonne Parish NAACP Branch will host a Terrebonne Parish President Candidate Forum.
The purpose of the Candidate Forum is to give voters and residents of Terrebonne Parish an opportunity to hear candidates discuss different issues in this election. This important community event desires, needs, and invites your presence to engage in the democratic process and influence Parish government.
The Candidates will answer written questions from NAACP members, community base organization members, and citizens from Terrebonne Parish community at-large. Written questions are also being accepted on the Terrebonne Parish NAACP's Facebook page.
The forum will be staged in a nonpartisan, unbiased and impartial format. Retired Terrebonne Parish Educator, Mr. Ernest Brown, Sr. will serve as moderator.
Government Tower at 8026 Main Street in Houma, Louisiana
Organization:
Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government
Description:
Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government observes 11 regular holidays throughout the year. Public Transit buses will use the weekend schedule during all observed holidays. Garbage collections are suspended/cancelled on New Year's Day, Mardi Gras Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day only. For more information about Parish Government observed holidays, visit the HR section of the parish website, or click the View Event Details link below.
Terrebonne Parish Library - North Branch, 4130 West Park Avenue, Gray, LA 70359 - Large Meeting Room
Contact:
Joel Ohmer
Phone:
985-438-0169
Organization:
Tri-Parish Toastmasters
Description:
Want to improve your communication skills and speak with more confidence? Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, the organization's membership is approximately 280,000 in more than 14,700 clubs in 144 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders.
Learn how to break down barriers to homeownership, navigate the pre-approval process, and gain access to resources that will lead you to your place. Do not miss this opportunity to build generational wealth through homeownership.
Terrebonne Parish Main Library, 151 Library Dr., Houma, LA 70360
Contact:
Emily Elliott
Phone:
Organization:
Terrebonne Parish Library System
Description:
The Terrebonne Parish Library System announces its first Fall Makers Market. This market will feature produce and products from local farmers, artists, cooks, and creators.
The weekly Tuesday Markets will return in the fall after the Saturday Market on September 9.
“The Tuesday Markets will return when the weather is more favorable. We will provide periodic updates to this situation and gear up for our upcoming Saturday Market,” Elliot said.
South Central Planning & Development Commission Building, 5058 West Main St., LA
Organization:
Public Service Commissioner
Description:
A consumer affairs specialist from the team of Dr. Craig Greene, Public Service Commissioner, will be available to assist or answer any questions you may have with regards to utility services which fall underneath the jurisdiction of the Louisiana Public Service Commission.
Terrebonne Parish Library - North Branch, 4130 West Park Avenue, Gray, LA 70359 - Large Meeting Room
Contact:
Joel Ohmer
Phone:
985-438-0169
Organization:
Tri-Parish Toastmasters
Description:
Want to improve your communication skills and speak with more confidence? Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, the organization's membership is approximately 280,000 in more than 14,700 clubs in 144 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders.
CDC's Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention (DHDSP)
Description:
The WiseWoman Wellness Expo will include an on-site yoga instructor, wellness checks, bags of nutritional food items, and chef-prepared, healthy foods. The WiseWoman initiative offers clinical screenings and healthy behavior support.
Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd., Houma, LA 70360
Organization:
First Responders of Terrebonne
Description:
First Responders of Terrebonne is holding its 1st annual Hero Fest. This event is free to the public. There will be live music, fair rides, food vendors, crafts, a 5k run, and much more. Funds raised from Hero Fest will be used to fund scholarships to children of first responders, support families of first responders in need due to unforeseen tragedies, and more.
Terrebonne Parish Health Unit, 600 Polk St., Houma, LA 70360
Organization:
Terrebonne Parish Health Unit
Description:
The Terrebonne Parish Health Unit is hosting a blood drive in honor of National Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Appointments are requested, but walk-ins are also welcome.
Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd., Houma, LA 70360
Organization:
First Responders of Terrebonne
Description:
First Responders of Terrebonne is holding its 1st annual Hero Fest. This event is free to the public. There will be live music, fair rides, food vendors, crafts, a 5k run, and much more. Funds raised from Hero Fest will be used to fund scholarships to children of first responders, support families of first responders in need due to unforeseen tragedies, and more.
Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd., Houma, LA 70360
Organization:
First Responders of Terrebonne
Description:
First Responders of Terrebonne is holding its 1st annual Hero Fest. This event is free to the public. There will be live music, fair rides, food vendors, crafts, a 5k run, and much more. Funds raised from Hero Fest will be used to fund scholarships to children of first responders, support families of first responders in need due to unforeseen tragedies, and more.
Terrebonne Parish Health Unit - Unidad de Salud de la Parroquia de Terrebonne
Description:
The Terrebonne Parish Health Unit will be celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month by hosting a Hispanic Family Health Day. In addition to the many Health Unit services that can be provided that day, the WISEWOMEN program will provide heart health screenings and give out $50 food card vouchers and gym/health center memberships for women 35-64.
La Unidad de Salud de la Parroquia de Terrebonne celebrará el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana organizando un Día de la Salud de la Familia Hispana. Además de los muchos servicios que se serán ofrecidos ese día, el programa MUJERSABIA ofrecerá exámenes de salud cardíaca y entregará vales de tarjetas de comida de $50, y membresías en gimnasios y centros de salud para mujeres de 35 a 64 años.